From East London to West Africa. Building Something That Matters.
Ashanti Carbon was founded by Kwesi and Kieran, two friends from Newham, East London, brought together by a shared belief that Africa's future lies in creating value from its own resources.
What began as a journey into agricultural exports evolved into a much bigger mission: helping industrialise Ghana and create opportunities where they are needed most. Through Ashanti Carbon, we are working to connect rural communities with modern industry, transforming agricultural waste into high-value activated carbon for Ghana's growing mining sector.
Our focus extends beyond business. In regions such as Jomoro in Ghana's Western Region, we see the potential for meaningful job creation, skills development, and long-term economic growth. We believe that industrialisation should benefit local communities first, creating sustainable livelihoods and retaining more value within Africa.
Our ambition is bold: to pioneer the first domestic activated carbon manufacturing facilities in Ghana and West Africa. By doing so, we hope to reduce reliance on imports, support local industry, and demonstrate that world-class manufacturing can thrive on the continent.
For us, Ashanti Carbon is more than a company. It is a commitment to purpose, progress, and the people whose lives can be transformed through opportunity.
Industrialising Ghana. Creating Jobs. Building Africa's Future.
From humble beginnings working at Tesco Group's wholesale subsidary Booker, the UK’s largest food and wholesale distributor. During his time there, Kwesi developed deep expertise in large-scale supply chains, commercial sales operations, and the complexities of sourcing, handling, and distributing fresh produce at national level.
Kieran brings extensive experience across the events and hospitality sector, including ownership and management of establishments in Mayfair. With a strong commercial mindset and a keen eye for detail, he combines operational experience with a hands-on approach to business development, customer experience, and execution.